Mr. Coleman
Named in 4 stories. Back to all names
- Aug 29, 1872The Paradox of Plenty: Seattle’s Lumber Boom Leaves No One to Live InIn August 1872, the city's primary industry is churning out lumber at a staggering rate, yet the town faces a bizarre crisis: there are simply no houses left to rent.Seattle Mill, Seattle, WA
- Apr 20, 1878The Price of Reputation in Early SeattleA local editor defends the city's power brokers against 'malicious' newspaper attacks, arguing that persistent personal vituperation drives away the capital needed for infrastructure.Seattle, WA
- Jan 26, 1883A Massive New Gateway for SeattleThe Oregon Improvement Company prepares to construct a giant, copper-clad wharf to accommodate ocean steamers.Seattle, WA
- Aug 17, 1887The Struggle for Tacoma’s 'Salvation'A committee of business owners meets to address the proposal of re-introducing Chinese workers to a city that prided itself on their total expulsion.Tacoma, WA